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Crécy-en-Ponthieu (French: [kʁe.si.ɑ̃.pɔ̃.tjø]), known in archaic English as Cressy, is a commune located south of Calais in the northern French department of Somme. It gives its name to Crécy Forest, which starts about two kilometres to the south-west of the town and is one of the largest in the north of France.
Crécy-en-Ponthieu est une commune française située dans le département de la Somme, en région Hauts-de-France. La commune est connue internationalement car elle fut le théâtre de la bataille de Crécy, l'une des premières de la Guerre de Cent Ans en 1346, ainsi que par son massif forestier, le plus importants du département.
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Near the Baie de Somme, Crécy-en-Ponthieu is a small town nestled in the heart of the Maye valley. In a green setting, you will enjoy pleasant moments of relaxation in the largest forest massif of the Somme. Crécy has a rich historical and cultural heritage.
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Sep 29, 2015 · New Location for the Battle of Crécy discovered. For over 250 years it has been believed that the Battle of Crécy, one of the most famous battles of the Middle Ages, was fought just north of the French town of Crécy-en-Ponthieu in Picardy. Now, a new book that contains the most intensive examination of sources about the battle to date ...
Crécy-en-Ponthieu is the site of the battle that opposed Edward III of England to Philippe VI of France on August 26, 1346. The Battle of Crécy was one of the most decisive battles in the history of France, as it ended in the tragic defeat of the French army.
Crecy en Ponthieu is famous for the battle of Crecy, one of the early battles of the 100 Years War, when the English defeated the French on the hillside to the north (which is open to the public). In that context this museum is an absolute must when you're in town. Run by an enthusiastic group of locals it tells the story of the battle ...
Crecy-en-Ponthieu is situated in the Somme department and Hauts-de-France region. Below you can see some of the places that we have visited and reviewed and can recommend when you are sightseeing close to Crecy-en-Ponthieu in Hauts-de-France. Popular places to visit nearby include Valloires abbey at 13 km and The Jardin des Lianes at 13 km.